The Verdant Syndicate

Sustainable Mixed Use Complex for Wei Dou

This design is a modern solution that combines nature, sustainability, and community in an urban setting. It transforms a 4,269 square meter farmland to respect its history while creating income for local residents. The main features include a smart stormwater management system that lowers energy use and helps plants grow, and a flexible planting board system that lets tenants change and customize their spaces. This creates a thriving community focused on the future.

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Unique Properties

This design is a forward thinking solution that blends nature, sustainability, and community within an urban landscape. It reimagines a 4,269 square meters farmland to honor its heritage while generating profits for local residents. Key features include an innovative stormwater management system that reduces energy use and supports plant growth, and a unique planting board system that allows tenants to adapt and personalize spaces, fostering a thriving, future focused community.

Tags

Community Resilience, Solar Energy, Movable Furniture, Co-Working Space, Office Building, Sustainable Economy, Productive Landscape, Urban Design, Edible Garden, Sustainability

Production Technology

The design process combined landscape architecture, environmental engineering, and community-centered planning. Advanced simulations optimized layouts for sunlight and stormwater management, while materials were chosen for sustainability, using locally sourced, eco-friendly components. The planting board system, developed through iterative prototyping, emphasizes flexibility in installation. This approach ensures the design is functional, adaptable, and enhances both environmental and social value.

Design Challenge

The primary challenge was assessing the feasibility of plant selection and orientation. Extensive expert consultations and simulations ensured plants would thrive and maximize efficiency, considering local climate, light exposure, and seasonal variations. This rigorous evaluation confirmed the project’s practicality and cost effectiveness, proving that sustainability and innovation can be seamlessly integrated into urban design for environmental and economic benefits.

Project Duration

Location: Henan, China

Operation Flow

The system collects and filters rainwater, using it to support plant growth with minimal energy use through gravity-powered pipes. Tenants can install or remove flexible planting boards connected to water and nutrition systems, allowing them to personalize their spaces and adapt to changing needs. Socially, the system fosters community interaction by turning shared spaces into green, collaborative areas where tenants can care for plants together. It also empowers grassroots communities, generating economic and social benefits while preserving cultural heritage and promoting social equity.

Research

This research aimed to create a sustainable urban landscape blending nature and community. It used design research to explore innovative stormwater management and adaptable planting systems. The objective was to honor farmland heritage while generating profits for locals. Methodology included simulations of sunlight and stormwater flow. Data came from environmental studies, and tools like CAD and GIS were used. Participants involved local communities and environmental experts. The results improved energy efficiency, plant growth, and adaptable spaces, empowering grassroots communities. Insights showed how sustainability and cultural preservation can drive economic growth. This project impacts business by enhancing land value, society by fostering social equity, and design by promoting adaptable, eco-friendly solutions.

Inspiration

The inspiration for this project stems from the profound connection between land and community. A 4,269 square meters plot of farmland holds both modest agricultural potential and deep cultural significance. This project seeks to elevate the land's value by integrating the principles of a sharing economy and we-media, empowering local communities while preserving their cultural identity. The project aims to return benefits to grassroots levels, fostering sustainability and social equity.

Project Overview

The Verdant Syndicate Sustainable Mixed Use Complex has been a Silver winner in the Construction and Real Estate Projects Design award category in the year 2024 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.

Image Credits

For design images and photos please credit Wei Dou.

Silver Recognition

Wei Dou was recognized with the coveted Silver A' Design Award in 2025, a testament to excellence of their work The Verdant Syndicate Sustainable Mixed Use Complex.

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